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How To Clean Your Pet’s Ears: A Guide For Loving Owners!
Ever caught your pet scratching their ears like they’re auditioning for a DJ competition? It might be time for a clean! Just like us, pets can suffer from wax buildup, dirt, and even infections if their ears aren’t cared for properly. But now you’re probably wondering...
Keeping Pets Safe At Easter
With brighter days, flowers in bloom and chocolate aplenty, it’s no wonder Easter is one of the highlights of the calendar year. But while it is a time for celebration, it also has the potential to be a hazardous event for your beloved pets. But fear not; we're here...
Easter Competition 2021
This Easter, 3 lucky winners will get their hands on a great prize hamper that includes several packs of our brand new, wheat-free Healthy Bites and the new Healthy Bites Activity Ball! To enter, post a pic of your small pet in the comments of this Facebook post and...
Tips For Keeping Your Rabbit Active, Healthy And Happy
As the maxim states – “a puppy is not just for Christmas” – and the same can be said for rabbits. While these adorable creatures make wonderful pets, a high level of commitment is required to ensure they are well looked after and enjoy a happy life as part of your...
Should You Brush Your Dog’s Teeth?
As a pet parent, having a happy and healthy dog is no doubt at the top of your priority list. You ensure they get regular exercise, and frequent baths and are never in short supply of their favourite foods – but should you also pay attention to things like dental...
How To Keep Your Lawn Green With Dogs
With warmer, brighter days just around the corner, the green-fingered among us are no doubt gearing up to get their gardens in check. Add a pet pooch to the mix and dreams of a beautiful, blooming lawn might hang in the balance! So, how do you keep your lawn green...
Valentine’s Day Competition – February 2021
Is your dog looking for love this Valentine’s Day? We have 3 great prize hampers to give away to the #dogs with the best dating profiles! Each hamper has everything your dog needs to be date-ready: New VETIQ Enzymatic Toothpaste with Bamboo Toothbrush VETIQ Tear Stain...
3 Healthy Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Reaching for the treat bag and seeing the instant excitement of your dog can put a smile on your face. You love making them happy. But dishing out tasty treats is not all about making your dog, or you for that matter, feel good. Treats can also be an extremely...
Pedro’s Story
Meet Pedro, he is gorgeous! Pedro was featured in the Mark + Chappell 2021 calendar as Mr. January, and his story is so touching we thought we'd share it. Pedro was abandoned in Spain in 2018 and whilst he was living on the streets and fending for himself some...
Weight Management Tips For Dogs
As a dog owner, it’s only natural that you will want to spoil your pets from time to time. It doesn’t matter how many articles you read or what your vet says, when your pup is staring up at you with those pleading eyes, you inevitably find yourself thinking, “What’s...
2020 Pet Calendar Competition
Updated: December 2020 Is your pet simply gorgeous? Well then, it’s time to make sure that they are the face of the month for our 2021 Calendar. It's open to all pets! Each month in 2020 we’ll be running a competition to see who will be feature of the 2021 Mark +...
Why Some Dogs Need Space
If you see a dog with a YELLOW ribbon, bandana or similar on the leash or the dog, this is a dog that needs some space. Please do not approach the dog, or its people, with your dog. They are indicating that their dog cannot be close to other dogs. How close is...
Mark + Chappell Team Up With Yellow Dog™
Today, we’re proud to announce our new partnership with Yellow Dog UK™, a trusted and established UK dog charity. We believe in the message of their initiative – Some Dogs Need Space – and that safer, more enjoyable walks lead to an improved quality of life for dogs...
Mark + Chappell Team Up With Yellow Dog™
Today, we’re proud to announce our new partnership with Yellow Dog UK™, a trusted and established UK dog charity. We believe in the message of their initiative – Some Dogs Need Space – and that safer, more enjoyable walks lead to an improved quality of life for...
Why Does My Dog Have Bad Breath? (And How To Prevent It!)
Any dog owner knows the feeling of enthusiastic, slobbery kisses from their furry loved ones. But, even if your dog isn’t a licker, there’s nothing quite like the sensation of a dog panting in your face and bestowing the best of their hot, wet, often smelly breath on...
How To Prevent Dog Separation Anxiety While You’re Getting Back To Work
For the last several months, people across the world have been working from home. While many have found the adjustment to be challenging, one of the upsides is our dogs have been loving all the extra quality time they’re getting. But now, with COVID-19 measures...
Puppy Teething Tips
When taking care of a growing puppy, teething can be one of the most sensitive and challenging times for both the owners and the puppy. Their newly arriving teeth are not only painful to them but can also be painful to much of your furniture, clothing and other...
Does My Cat Have A Urinary Problem?
Does my cat have a urinary problem? Despite what you might think, it is fairly common for cat owners to ask themselves this question. Urinary problems are fairly common amongst cats, likely, your veterinarian or another cat owner has already warned you about them. So...
How to Keep Your Older Dog Active
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), dogs that are seven years of age or older qualify for the senior pet status. Similar to what happens to us humans, our canine friends can slow down as they age, requiring more sleep and developing...
Why Does My Dog Eat Poop? (What Is Coprophagia?)
Have you ever caught your dog doing the unthinkable and eating poop (their own or that of another dog)? In either case, it’s easy to feel disgusted when you see your dog engaged in such disgusting behaviour (known as coprophagia). You might take a little comfort,...
Small Pets Competition – April 2020
We love rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs and hamsters, do you? 3 lucky winners of this photo #competition will WIN 4 packs of VetIQ Nibblots for their small pets! PRIZES: Nibblots are delicious and healthy small animal treats that are specially formulated to...
How Do I Stop Dog Wee Killing Grass?
Are you tired of seeing yellow patches of grass in your lawn caused by your furry friend's urine? Don't worry. You're not alone! Many pet owners face this issue, but the good news is that you don’t have to choose between your dog and your garden. There are several...
What Plants Are Poisonous To Dogs?
Approximately 27 million people across the UK participate in gardening regularly. If you are one of these people and are also a dog owner, you might have concerns about how your precious plants might affect your canine companion. Well, we’re here to help! Read on to...
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Need?
With everything going on across Europe during the COVID-19 pandemic, looking after our mental health is going to be important. Getting out and walking the dog can help with this. Research from the 2019 PAW (PDSA Animal Wellbeing) report revealed that thousands of dogs...
How Do Dogs Get Fleas?
How do dogs get fleas? Most dog owners are only too familiar with these pesky critters! Whether you and your dog have worked through a flea infestation before or if you’ve only seen the myriad of products and veterinary warnings about flea protection, the fight...
Valentine’s Day Competition – February 2020
Is your pet looking for love this Valentine’s Day Well, we have 3 great prize hampers to give away to the pets with the best dating profiles! To Enter To enter, post your pet’s dating profile in the comments of this Facebook post, including: A picture of them looking...
Are Himalayan Salt Lamps Dangerous For Dogs?
Over recent years, pink Himalayan salt lamps have grown in popularity. This is largely down to their reported health benefits which include increased blood flow and improved sleep. They even supposedly help with allergies and breathing difficulties as well as helping...
Why Does My Pet Eat Grass?
Why does my pet eat grass? If you’re like most pet owners, you’ve probably noticed this behaviour from time to time. Maybe you’ve brushed this behaviour off as a bizarre habit (it can’t have been the oddest thing your pet has done!), or maybe you’re wondering why they...
Kitten Training: What To Expect
Most pet owners know about the challenges associated with training a puppy, but kitten training is essential too! Kittens are curious and playful little things who need guidance just like any human baby or other young animal, they require a great deal of conscientious...
How To Make Your Dog’s Coat Shiny
There’s nothing quite like a handsome, shiny coat as a symbol of good canine health. However, it can be quite a chore to keep your dog’s fur bright and silky smooth! If it seems like your dog’s coat is always dull and you’re fighting an uphill battle, read on. Below...
Why Does My Dog Have Dry Or Itchy Skin?
At some point in your life, you’ve probably experienced a bout of dryness, flakiness, or itching, but did you know that humans aren’t the only ones who can struggle with dry skin? Beneath their thick fur coats, your dogs have skin that’s not too dissimilar from...
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